- All cleaning tools (toilet brushes, scouring pads, squeegees, toothbrushes, scrub brushes) are…read morereused across multiple locations without cleaning, creating cross‐contamination risks.
- Vacuum bags are never changed between sites and vacuum rollers remain dirty until the machine fails, exposing employees to dust, mold, and allergens.
- Feather dusters are never cleaned, leading to accumulation of particulate matter and potential respiratory hazards.
- Rags, mop heads, and microfiber cloths are laundered at poorly maintained laundromats. Soiled items are stored together in a single plastic bag, promoting mold growth and foul odors until weekly Wednesday distribution.
- Bulk chemicals are decanted into reused bottles during staff meetings without first cleaning containers. No personal protective equipment is provided or enforced during these transfers.
- When the owner runs out of chemicals before meetings, employees are directed to dilute products with water and misrepresent their strength to customers, reducing sanitizer efficacy and increasing contamination risk.
- Broken equipment is repaired by the owner onsite without following fire or electrical safety guidelines, creating potential fire, shock, or mechanical injury hazards